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Add EventHave your family photos taken at Gore Place right in time to send out your holiday greeting cards! A professional photographer will photograph your family in an exclusive photo session at the beautiful estate. This event is a fundraiser for Gore Place, providing critical support for the museum and farm's day-to-day operations. Session times are […]
The annual Gently Used Book Sale returns to Gore Place. On Friday, March 7, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, March 8, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., book lovers can buy gently used books at bargain prices ($2 for paperbacks, $5 for most hardcovers) during the annual Gently Used Book Sale. The […]
Long before social media & Snapchat filters, Victorians had fun creating fantastical collages mixing photos cut from their visiting cards (or “cartes de visite”) with elaborate drawn or painted images. We invite you to bring your whimsy, explore your “absurdly” crafty side and create your very own Victorian photocollage artwork with us — with no […]
Join us at Gore Place for a remarkable talk by the Countess of Derby and Professor Andrew O'Shaughnessy, who will discuss their new book "A North American Tour Journal, 1824-1825, […]
Since 1987, this annual event has entertained guests with music, 100+ craft and fiber artists, demonstrations of traditional shearing and herding dogs, and historic re-enactors on the beautiful grounds of this historic, 50-acre estate. The festival will take place on April 26, rain or shine. For ticket information, vendor information, or to learn how to […]
Spring is here, which means songbirds are back! Grab your binoculars and join an expert guide on a bird walk around the farm. See, hear, and learn about birds at Gore Place. Try to spot our year-round avian residents as well as those who've recently returned. From flycatchers to hawks, from woodpeckers to warblers, come […]
We are excited to welcome back Rachel Benson of The Fiber Web to run a class on needle felting. Participants will be guided through the process of making their own wool felt sheep. The workshop will take place at our farm, so you may even have the chance to work from a live model! All […]
Join us for a dazzling evening of mingling in our historic 1806 mansion, live music, dining in our tent under the stars, and a paddle raise to support Gore Place! All proceeds benefit our mission as an independent non-profit to preserve and promote the 1806 country estate of Christopher and Rebecca Gore as a unique […]
NextGen at Temple Beth Israel is the new meeting place for Jewish and Jewdjacent 20s/30s in Waltham. Join us Friday, August 29, at 6:30 p.m., to welcome Shabbat (the Jewish Sabbath) with a mindful/meditative service where we will bring our ancient Hebrew prayers to life, followed by a delicious potluck meal at 7:30, which we […]
Step into a seasonal celebration and witness the 1806 Gore Mansion transformed with one-of-a-kind holiday decorations. Enjoy live music, exquisite hors d’oeuvres, and a curated holiday boutique. This is more than just a party, it’s an unforgettable experience. Tickets are limited, so reserve your spot by December 3, 2025.
Gore Place will open the doors of its historic mansion to the public Friday, Dec. 19, for a day of free tours showcasing the Federal-era estate in holiday splendor. Tours start on the hour at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., and 1 p.m. No reservations required. Additional information.
